Lincoln Park Conservatory – Open Wednesday through Sunday at 10:00am. Last entry is at 4:30pm. Free tickets are required.
Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool – Open daily from 7:30am to 7:30pm or dusk(earliest time). Check the calendar below for special hours.
Ecological stewardship goes beyond gardening—EcoStewards help support healthier habitats by participating in a variety of hands‑on fieldwork activities in Lincoln Park.
Ecological stewardship goes beyond gardening—EcoStewards help support healthier habitats by participating in a variety of hands‑on fieldwork activities in Lincoln Park.
Opening day for the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool for the 2026 Season.
Presented by the Japanese Culture Center in collaboration with the Lincoln Park Conservancy. The Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool will be open and free to the public, but registration is required to participate in the Japanese Culture Center activities and events. You can register using the link below. https://japaneseculturecenter.com/event/umemi-plum-blossom-viewing-at-the-alfred-caldwell-lily-pool/
A Gala Celebrating Lincoln Park's Beauty & History This year’s enchanted garden-themed gala will be held at the historic Saddle & Cycle Club and host 250+ prominent Chicago community and business leaders. We hope you will join us for the most anticipated gala of the spring. This enthralling event will raise the critical funds needed to […]
The 2026 spring flower show at the Lincoln Park Conservatory, “Jewels of Spring,” highlights the amazing flowers of the Tower of Jewels, also known as Echium or Pride of Madeira.
Constellation Men's Ensemble: NOVA IX: Zodiac To mark our 12th season, Constellation unveils NOVA IX: Zodiac, a groundbreaking cycle of twelve new choral works—each inspired by one of the astrological signs. From bold Leo to introspective Cancer, composers channel the elemental spirit of the zodiac into an expansive sound world for tenor/bass voices. Performed beneath architecture […]
Join us for a guided Wildflower Walk at North Pond 🌼 and explore one of Lincoln Park’s most vibrant natural areas up close. Learn how native plants support birds, pollinators, and the health of this restored urban habitat. Accompany volunteer tour guides of the Lincoln Park Conservancy as we take a gentle walk around the North […]
Lily Pool Docent Tour Take a guided walk through the renowned Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool! On this in-person tour, knowledgeable docents will lead you through this highly acclaimed national historic landmark, a masterpiece of prairie-style landscape architecture. The tour begins promptly at 10:00 a.m. and lasts approximately 35 minutes. Participants should meet at the entrance […]
In partnership with the Chicago Park District, the Lincoln Park Conservancy has supported the repair and restoration of Lincoln: The Man, a historically significant sculpture of our 16th president in Lincoln Park South. On the Fourth of July, for America's 250th anniversary, we are partnering with the Chicago History Museum for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The […]
Private Outdoor Sound Bath in Nature at the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool Join Anna Romo of Busy Body Retreats for an immersive outdoor sound bath meditation at the Alfred Caldwell […]
Ecological stewardship goes beyond gardening—EcoStewards help support healthier habitats by participating in a variety of hands‑on fieldwork activities in Lincoln Park.
Join Manager of Park Stewardship and Ecologist Matt Evans on Friday afternoons from 2:00pm - 3:30pm for a nature walk around North Pond and/or the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool in […]
Help Us Maintain Lincoln Park Make a Positive Impact in Our Park as an EcoSteward! Ecological stewardship goes beyond gardening—EcoStewards help support healthier habitats by participating in a variety […]
A reservation is required for entry to the Lincoln Park Conservatory. You can book a free timed-entry ticket by clicking here: Conservatory Reservations Plan Your Visit to Lincoln Park and the Lincoln Park Conservatory by going here: Plan Your Visit
The Lily Pool will be closed for a Private Event.
The Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool is open daily through Friday, November 20. Hours: 7:30am - 7:30pm or dusk (earliest time) Daily & Special Event hours will be posted on our Events Calendar. […]